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Winter in West Michigan | 2025

The snow has officially fallen and the holidays are getting us into the winter spirit already! Here’s a list of activities and events that are great for the winter months in West Michigan! Christkindl Markt grand rapids – Nov 15 – Dec 23 This might be one of the biggest talking points in the Grand […]

12 Unique Shower Venues in the West Michigan Area

Planning a shower of some sort? Whether you’re planning your besties bridal shower or your baby shower or another fun event, we’ve got a fun list to share! Planning a bridal shower, baby shower, or small event with your people can be fun but also stressful when it comes to the question: Where should we […]

Let’s Talk About The Housing Crisis

Let’s talk about the housing crisis and how to find affordable housing in the West Michigan area.

Spring in West Michigan

Spring in West Michigan Each season brings new and exciting opportunities! Greater Grand Rapids and West Michigan are great places to be in any season. Spend your time downtown Grand Rapids in the winter for World of Winter, hop over to The Tulip Festival in Holland in the Spring, spend time at Lake Michigan in […]

Activities for the Kiddos in Greater Grand Rapids

Things to do with Kiddos in Greater Grand Rapids West Michigan is beyond kid friendly and we’re here to share with you some of our favorite spots to hang out with kids in the Greater Grand Rapids area! Frederick Meijer Gardens: This is definitely at the top of our list for a reason. Not only […]

Using the ‘BRRRR Method’ to Invest in West MI Real Estate

Using the ‘BRRRR Method’ to Invest in West Real Estate Market The BRRRR Method, which stands for Buy, Rehab, Rent, Refinance, Repeat, is a real estate investment strategy that entails purchasing a run-down property, renovating it, renting it, and subsequently obtaining a cash-out refinance to finance additional investments in rental properties. A key distinction between […]

Types of Home Loans

Types of Home Loans 6 Types of Home Loans for Home Buyers As a future homeowner, it is equally important to research the types of mortgages as it is the community you wish to live in. The type of mortgage you will need depends on your needs and will help determine how much you can […]